Mobile Apps vs Mobile Website
It's a question that we are constantly asked by clients - an Application or Mobile Website? At Vivo Group, we believe that the choice is company and goal specific. It is a topic of much debate, the fact that users are increasingly choosing to turn to their mobile device (be it smartphones or tablets) as the first point of call to access information. As such, we strongly believe that all information should be converted to suit the changing landscape and host information the way that clients wish to access it. That being said, it is fundamental that a mobile application, or site be developed. Therefore, once and for all, this blog will outline the respective functions and features of each to help you make your own informed decision. First off, lets start by defining each option; Mobile Website A mobile website is similar to the normal website, however it is optimized to display on a smaller screen and interface. Mobile websites typically only display the sites most viewed information and are accessed through the devices standard web browser (i.e. Sa...
Vivo Group jumps on the iPhone 5 Bandwagon
With all of today's hype, you probably find yourself extremely confused and don't know where to start. Fret not, Apple fans amongst the Vivo Group have been able to provide a concise wrap up of all things iPhone 5. Some feel that with the absence of Jobs, the fanaticism associated with new Apple product releases has significantly declined. Fewer leaks meant new features, when unveiled, were a surprise - rather than a clarification of rumours, resulting in a rather ho-hum launch. Nonetheless, there are still some noteworthy updates and upgrades; Aesthetics New 'Lightning' charger Earphone connectivity at the bottom of the device New earphones Lighter (20%) Thinner (18%) Longer Bigger screen ...
Mobile Website vs. Mobile App, Which Do I Choose?
It’s common knowledge that web-enabled mobile devices have transformed the way we interact with technology and information. Today, more than ever, users are searching the Web, purchasing products and networking with their peers on smart phones and tablets. However, most businesses don’t prioritise creating a mobile presence to equal their Web presence. This represents a missed opportunity to harness the ever-growing mobile market. As more consumers wake up to the idea of mobile connectivity, businesses also need to evolve and adapt by providing a new connection to users with mobile communication needs. It’s time to give your website a mobile makeover. But the question remains; create a mobile website or a mobile application? Mobile website v mobile application The two most prevalent means of reaching consumers on mobile devices are mobile websites and mobile applications. Both apps and mobile websites can be accessed on a handheld device such as an iPhone, Android or Blackberry, however the simil...
Top 5 Productivity iPad Apps for Web Designers
We all know that iPad apps can be a major distraction. But, believe it or not, there are thousands of apps that will help, not hinder your productivity. So we’ve undertaken the mammoth task of sifting through Apple’s catalogue of apps to bring you our top five applications for the web design and development niche that inspire, boost productivity and organise ideas. These apps are guaranteed to help you get the job done. iMockups The must-have mobile wireframing and mockupp app for your web, iPhone and iPad projects. Draft wireframes in one easy-to-use interface with intuitive functionality and a multitude of colour options, text styles, borders and backgrounds. Better still, iMockup allows you to export your work via email. Adobe Ideas 1.0 This app will become your digital sketchbook, allowing you to capture and explore your inspiration on the go with vector-based drawing tools, zoom control, brushes and layers. The ideal companion for the Adobe desktop suite, the app allows you to save your files as PDF, vector or raster file formats to edit in Illustrator or Photoshop later. Air Di...
#Geekish 3: What is Flash?
Flash. Isn't that what streakers do on the cricket pitch mid-game? Well, yes, but we're referring to a vector animation software that facilities rich, interactive content including video, games, presentations and advertisements in multimedia design that just aren't possible with HTML alone. In fact, you've probably encountered it before. Ever seen an animated, online advertisement or played a game in your browser? That's Adobe Flash, and it has spawned a whole new generation of fast, interactive websites and mobile applications. Who uses Flash? Flash is predominantly used by professional website designers to create high quality and lightweight animations, images and layouts to increase the visual appeal and interactiv...
An iPad 2-centric time
Apple fans of the world rejoice as a new member of the ever-expanding Apple family is welcomed to the world; the iPad 2. Whilst not as revolutionary as the original iPad, its successor has some new innovative features which make the iPad 2 more user friendly. Put simply, the iPad 2 is thinner, lighter and faster and boasts a front and rear camera. Apple officially launched the latest update to their mobile operating system, iOS 4.3, which operates the iPad 2, yesterday along with other features including a gyroscope (to give gaming and mapping applications a more 360-degree feel) and new iOS versions of the iMovie and Garage Band iLife applications. In regards to design, there is a magnetic cover which protects the screen and also doubles as a reader, video or keyboard...
Sign up to receive our newsletter, Frank!
Next month, in March 2011, we are welcoming our e-newsletter, Frank, into the Vivo Group family. What does it mean to be frank? No, not what does it mean to be Frank Sinatra hanging out with fellow Rat Pack cool cats, but what is the the action of “being frank.” To be frank is to be honest and clear cut; to call a spade a spade. Frank will act as a compulsive analyser, and attempt to answer your questions before you even ask them. What’s new in digital media? What have Vivo Group been up to lately? Who has the newest, smartest social media strategy around? What are our friends up to? What is currently floating around in cyberspace? Flash... Java... Huh? I do not know what you are talking about, please translate from Geekish! ...
'Appy Holidays
2010 is nearing an end, and what a year it has been for digital media. 2010 has been anything but lacklustre for ‘i-loving’ Apple; with the release of the iPhone 4 and iPad into the market. Quickly moving from early adopters to the majority, one of the primary features of these devices are the fun sized time wasters/time enhancers we have affectionately come to know as apps. It is incredible how clever some of these apps are, but more humorous are the ones which are downright odd. Ranking high on the weird and wonderful list is a Japanese app (name too complicated to include) which has pictures of 24 vegetables. And it costs 99 cents. I keep expecting to add an afterthought to that but the app is purely a gallery of vegetables. Another 99 cent a...
